19TH C. YORUBA EQUESTRIAN DIVINER'S BOWL

Origin: Southwest Nigeria, Yoruba People  (Provenance: Patrick M. Morgan Paris France, prior to that in an old New England collection)

Period/Date:  At least Early 20th C., Likely late 19th Century

Materials: Hardwood, libations

Description:  This old divination bowl was executed by a skilled artist who is mostly document as a known hand.  He captured the intensity of the rider coupled with dynamic motion.   It has acquired a semi-encrusted dry patina from long use.  There is some minor erosion and several age cracks.  Some loss to the riders left foot but in overall good condition considering its age.

Dimensions:   Height: 8.75"  (22 cm), Width 9"  (23 cm)

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